Over the years, we’ve seen many impressive ‘YZF-R’ models roll out of Yamaha’s stable, allowing the public to sample passed down MotoGP and WSBK-derived features, design and electronics.
With emissions tightening up, it’s only a matter of time before we see our litre bikes become old posters on a wall.
Author's summary: Yamaha's YZF-R9 is a supersport sensation.